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| Esmertec and MIPS Announce Java Solution for Blu-ray Players Esmertec and MIPS Technologies have announced the availability of an optimal high-performance Java solution for Blu-ray Disc players. Pioneer Corporation has selected the joint solution for its Blu-ray Disc devices and plans to launch Blu-ray Disc players in the United States. Blu-ray Disc is a successor to DVD that provides outstanding high-definition video and audio quality. The BD allows 25 to 50 GB of media storage capacity, and incorporates a robust copy protection mechanism as well as advanced interactivity and network capabilities. Java technology has been selected by the Blu-ray Disc Association as its interactivity standard and a Java Virtual Machine is now mandatory in all BD products. Esmertec's Jbed software in Blu-ray Disc devices will provide consumers with more options and flexibility in the download of games, audio, video, programs, program related information, as well as in "surfing" the Internet, checking emails or ordering on-demand content and merchandise. The MIPS processor will provide the power that accelerates the performance. Jbed running on a MIPS32 24Kc core delivers the highest known Embedded CaffeineMarks per Megahertz (Java performance) in the System-on-Chip industry. With such performance using only software acceleration, device manufacturers can reduce silicon costs, lower production costs, and upgrade software easily. write your comments about the article :: © 2006 Computing News :: home page |